Bath Time for Bonzo!: Pet Bathing Tips

Bath Time for Bonzo!: Pet Bathing Tips Some of our four legged friends seem to hate baths.?Dogs either love or hate water.?If your four legged friend falls into the latter then bathing him/her can ...

Bath Time for Bonzo!: Pet Bathing Tips

Some of our four legged friends seem to hate baths.?Dogs either love or hate water.?If your four legged friend falls into the latter then bathing him/her can become a dreaded chore.?Some dogs generally just hate water and some dogs think they are about to be drowned, but most dogs hate the bathing process because of the water in their ears and most shampoos or soaps burn their eyes.?Placing some type of water resistant or absorbent material in the ears can alleviate the ear issue.?Try using cotton balls in their ears to keep the water out.?The burning sensation in the eyes can be caused by several factors, but the most likely case is that most shampoos and soaps are strong alkaline.?Without getting into a full blown chemistry lesson, alkalinity is anything having a pH of greater than 7.?Most people understand that acids burn, but alkaline burns occur more frequently and are generally more severe than acid burns.?These burns in the eyes destroy the cell structure not only of the epithelium but also of the stroma and endothelium.?Even though acids produce an initial burn and quickly stop, alkaline may continue to breech the cornea long after the initial burn.?At this point an acid can be used to neutralize the burn and balance the pH.?Try using a little vinegar, which is a very mild acid, and water on a cotton ball.?Then use the cotton ball to wipe dry the eyes, "neutralizing" the stinging effect.?The dog may not like it, but it should get well regardless.?The best solution to this issue is to use an appropriate animal shampoo.?From personal experience, a natural sudsy shampoo that work is yucca root based pet shampoo like BioLux International抯 yucca shampoo.?For more plethora of information, see ,Pet Grooming Supplies or call your veterinarian.Now, here are a few tips which make bathing your pet more pleasurable.?Start a routine and keep the routine from the first bath If the animal knows what to expect, they will be less resistant.?If you have room or access, use a stationary tub.?Have a line in the bottom of the tub, like the one BioLux carries?Dog Kennel Floors, so your pet will not slide around and will be more stable.?Organize supplies so you have everything you need within reach.?This will avoid the pet jumping out of the tub.?Place the pet in the bathing area, on a leash, prior to bathing and reward him/her with a treat.?Associate grooming with a good time, which will assist in coaxing a reluctant pet into the water.?Talk to the pet while bathing.?This will allow the pet to focus on you and not the bathing process.?Rinse them with luke warm water.?Dry them off, but be prepared for a shower yourself!!?Before releasing them, provide a finishing treat.?Before beginning any regiment consult your veterinarian.

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